Cottonwood Slough

Cottonwood Slough in Deuel County is a lake in South Dakota with 52.4 acres and about 1,272.8 acre-feet of storage.

At Deuel County's Cottonwood Slough, begin with weed edges, firm-bottom spots and any small change in depth.

Fish and Baits at Cottonwood Slough

A dependable current fish list is not included for Deuel County's Cottonwood Slough, so it is better to confirm the fish that are there before buying bait for one species.

How the Seasons Change Cottonwood Slough

Spring on Deuel County's Cottonwood Slough usually starts near the warmest protected bank, shallow wood or the first green weeds. Summer fishing on Deuel County's Cottonwood Slough is often best along healthy weeds, clean pockets and the windblown side before the water gets too dirty. In fall, follow cooling water and moving bait toward points, green weeds and wind-hit banks at Deuel County's Cottonwood Slough.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Cottonwood Slough

Make the first trip to Deuel County's Cottonwood Slough easy to read by fishing one shallow spot, one nearby drop and one piece of cover, then return to the type of water that gives the first solid bite.